Positive Learning Climates KnowledgeBase

This KnowledgeBase archive includes content and external links that were accurate and relevant as of September 30, 2019.

The Positive Learning Climates KnowledgeBase is an online resource to aid educators in nurturing school climates conducive to learning. It is organized around five elements aimed at developing a positive learning climate.

Task 3: Determine Communication Modes

Guideline: The method used to communicate a message impacts how it is received by its intended audience. Communication takes on many forms such as conversations, written notices, handbooks, websites, and interactions with news media. When communicating with national-origin language minority parents about school-related matters, schools must do so in a language the parents understand.

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Tools

Communications Plan Worksheet

This U.S. Department of Transportation worksheet from the "It All Adds Up to Cleaner Air" website identifies specific primary and secondary audiences for a communications plan. It may be a useful example for educators.

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References

The Power of Public Relations in Schools

This link is to the Education Northwest document, The Power of Public Relations in Schools, outlining the basic components of a school public relations program.

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